98503 Zip Code, Lacey

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lacey

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 79 / 300 High
Violent Crime 81
19% below national avg
Property Crime 107
7% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 98503 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 98503 in Lacey, WA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lacey.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 75). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 75 (25% below avg)

98503 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Lacey city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
82 -18% Average
Assault
82 -18% Average
Robbery
75 -25% Low
Rape
83 -17% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

98503 Crime Map

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98503 Demographics & Context

Population
41,094
Median Income
$80,218
Home Value
$474,947
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
3,467/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.4%
Graduate Degree 9.3%

Housing

51%
49%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.7%
Black 5.9%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 12.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 98503, Lacey?

Zip code 98503 in Lacey, WA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average. Zip code 98503 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lacey.

Is Zip code 98503 a safe neighborhood in Lacey?

Zip code 98503 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lacey, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 115), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 75). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lacey.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 98503?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 98503 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 98503?

Zip code 98503 has a population of approximately 41,094. The median household income is $80,218. The median home value is $474,947. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 98503 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 98503's overall crime rate is 21% below the national average (index 79 vs 100). Within Lacey, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.